Mrs. Jenkins was born on March 5, 1929 to the late J. Aaron Gilstrap and Ebbie Hudson Gilstrap. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, and loved her family with all her heart. She was adventurous, and enjoyed traveling with her sister, Flora, and her children. One of her favorite places to spend time with family was Lake Keowee. Her smile would light up any room she entered.
She is survived by one daughter: Lynne Grant (Dan) of Pickens; five sons: Denny Jenkins (Vickie) of Marietta, Mike Jenkins (Beverly) of Central, Tommy Jenkins (Judy) of Liberty, Robby Jenkins of Pickens, and Terry Chandler (Judy) of Easley; one grandson: Chuck Grant of Kennesaw, Georgia; one granddaughter: Amanda Jenkins of Myrtle Beach; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jenkins was preceded in death by one brother: Jesse Gilstrap, and one sister: Flora Chandler.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 12:30 PM on Wednesday October 13, 2021 at Dillard Funeral Home in the Chapel.
Internment will follow the service at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Dillard Funeral Home.
Flowers are accepted, or memorial donations may be made to Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church. In care of Sadie Nix - PO Box 513, Pickens, SC.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com.